--- title: "Solar Battery Pilot" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069cad" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069cad" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069cad.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069cad.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2026-05-20" --- # Solar Battery Pilot Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069cad [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069cad) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069cad.json) ## Summary The Department for Education in the United Kingdom has initiated a procurement process for a "Solar Battery Pilot" project, currently in the planning stage as of 20th May 2026. This initiative falls under the services category within the energy sector and is aimed at developing and deploying solar battery storage solutions in schools across the UK. The procurement method details indicate a potential award under the Construction Professional Services 2 (RM6356) framework or through an open procedure. The project is set to commence on 5th October 2026, with an expected conclusion by 31st March 2028; it may extend until 30th March 2029. The procurement is valued at approximately £3,000,000 (with a net value of £2,500,000) and is competitive, targeting businesses capable of engaging in large-scale, high-value contracts. This tender presents significant business growth potential for companies specialising in solar installations, battery packs, and energy management services. Organisations with expertise in developing consultancy services, feasibility studies, and energy efficiency consultancy can also benefit from this opportunity. The selective competitive nature of the procurement requires businesses that are adept at working within government-led frameworks and those classified as Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable to bid. Companies involved in research and experimental development, particularly in renewable energy and innovative educational solutions, will find this contract aligns well with their business strategies, offering a platform to enhance their market presence and expand their operational capabilities within the public sector. ## Notice The Solar Battery Storage Pilot will develop requirements, procure and deliver 6 to 8 containerised battery pods on school sites to manage and aggregate energy from PV and Smart Tariffs. The supplier will also undertake market testing to validate supply chain capacity, cost realism and the technical feasibility of the battery pods. During the project, the supplier will record lessons learned and iterate the initial specification provided by the Department. Once the installation and monitoring of the pilot sites have concluded, the supplier will produce a final specification in keeping with the Department's Specification 2025 (abbreviated as Spec25) and develop comprehensive implementation guidance for schools. The supplier will report case studies throughout the project and prepare these for publication. Finally, the supplier will develop a national feasibility assessment with a proposed implementation plan. The Department is considering a call-off from Construction Professional Services 2 (RM6356) or an Open Procedure tender. If we proceed with RM6356, the specific lot will be determined as the project develops. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046093-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Award under framework | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3BT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 09332000 - Solar installation - 31158000 - Chargers - 31422000 - Battery packs - 51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 71314200 - Energy-management services - 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services - 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services - 73220000 - Development consultancy services - 79314000 - Feasibility study ## Release History - 20 May 2026 at 08:47 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046093-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046093-2026 20th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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